Legionella culture
Test Code
CXLEG
Description
Collect
Collect fluid in sterile cup.
Storage Transport Temp
Specimens should be transported to the lab at room temperature within 2 hours of collection or Refrigerated.
Stability
2 hours at RT; 24 hours at 4 degrees
Notes
Saline may be inhibiting to Legionella.
Performed
7 days a week
Methodology
Conventional Culture
Turnaround Time
14 days
Department
Microbiology Lab
Synonyms
LGC
Reference Interval
By Report
CPT Code
87081